2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Brilliance BS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Brilliance BS4 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
Make | Brilliance | Renault |
Model | BS4 | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |